Firemen's Association State of Pennsylvania - FASP

7 days ago

Opening of nominations for The Charles A. "Chet" Henry Fire Service Advocacy Award and the Ivan Meeker Leadership Award

The Pennsylvania Fire and Emergency Services Institute is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for The Charles A. "Chet" Henry Fire Service Advocacy Award and the Ivan Meeker Leadership Award.

The awards annually recognizes one who has improved awareness of fire, emergency-service or life-safety issues, whether at a local, county, regional, state or national level.

Nominations may be submitted between August 9, 2017 and September 15, 2017. Nominations may be emailed to dhkonkle@gmail.com or mailed to PFESI 223 State Street Harrisburg Pa. 17101.

The winner will be announced at the 27th Annual PFESI Dinner on November 18. More information on our conference and dinner is available at pfesi.org. or calling 717 236 5995

Following is the full award information.

Charles A. "Chet" Henry
Fire Service Advocacy Award
presented by the
Pennsylvania Fire and Emergency Services Institute

Mission Statement
The Charles A. "Chet" Henry Fire Service Advocacy Award annually recognizes one who has improved awareness of fire, emergency-service or life-safety issues, whether at a local, county, regional, state or national level. Established in 2015 by the Pennsylvania Fire and Emergency Services Institute (PFESI), the award encourages emergency-service advocates to develop and maintain leadership that strives to improve public safety across Pennsylvania and the country.

About Chet Henry
The award honors the legacy of Charles A. "Chet" Henry, a proud Pennsylvanian who was a tireless advocate for fire and emergency-service workers everywhere. A U.S Navy veteran, Chet Henry joined the Harrisburg Fire Department in 1963 as a firefighter and grew to become its chief. In 1977, then Gov. Milton Shapp appointed him as Pennsylvania's first-ever State Fire Commissioner after his work on the landmark report, "Pennsylvania Burning." With an intense focus on public fire-safety education and firefighter training, Commissioner Henry led the office until his retirement in 1989. Chet also was an early advocate of firefighter fitness, a championship handball enthusiast, and noted for his exceptional oratorical skills. He passed in 2011 at age 84 in his hometown of Harrisburg.

Eligibility and Nomination
Anyone from the fire, emergency-service or life-safety community can be nominated for the PFESI Charles A. "Chet" Henry Fire Service Advocacy Award. One may NOT nominate oneself.
A letter of nomination (200-500 words) must...
-- detail how the nominee has demonstrated leadership in promoting issues of importance to the fire, emergency-services or life-safety communities, either as a volunteer or employed by self, a private company or a government agency.
-- specify how the candidate achieved at least ONE of the following goals...
* improved readiness of fire or emergency services at any level of government
* strengthened public safety by developing and delivering effective educational programs
* acted as a catalyst to improve fire and emergency services in some other specific way
At least one letter of support from a public official familiar with the candidate's leadership in fire, emergency-services or life-safety issues must be submitted with the nomination.

Pennsylvania Fire and Emergency Services Institute
Ivan Meeker Leadership Award

The Ivan Meeker Leadership Award has been established in memory of Mr. Ivan Meeker. Mr. Meeker served The Firemen's Legislative Federation of Pennsylvania and the PA Fire & Emergency Services Institute in various positions and offices. For many years Mr. Ivan Meeker showed excellence in the area of Leadership representing dedication and determination.

The Ivan Meeker Leadership Award is presented to an individual that has exhibited excellence in leadership abilities to this organization their communities, our commonwealth or the nation. The award is to be presented annually in November to a deserving nominee exhibiting the leadership abilities and traits.

The criteria for nomination for this award are as follows:

1. The nominee must have exhibited excellence in leadership qualities and abilities.

2. A nomination must be submitted to PFESI. A narrative must be included with the nomination explaining the reason for nomination.

3. Nominations may be submitted between August 19, 2017 and September 15, 2017. Nominations may be emailed to pfesi@verizon.net or mailed to PFESI 223 State Street Harrisburg Pa. 17101.

4. The winner will be announced at the Annual PFESI Dinner on November 18th. More information on our conference and dinner is available at pfesi.org. or calling 717 236 5995

5. Selection Committee
The honoree will be selected at the sole discretion of the Selection Committee, which shall consist of three members of the PFESI State Wide Advisory Board (SWAB).

IVAN MEEKER - FIRE SERVICE HISTORY

Ivan joined the Innes Hose Company (Canton Borough Fire Department), Canton, Pennsylvania in 1952 and soon became a member of the then popular contest team competing around the area. He also worked on the mapping team and color-coding of the Canton Fire area for response calls. He was elected President to the Innes Hose Company in l958, the youngest member to ever hold the office. He held this office until 1998. He was one of the founders of the Canton Firemen's Fair held each July for the past 46 years. He also started the annual Firemen's Dinner held each November to recognize and thank the local firemen. During his term of office, the Innes Hose Company acquired a Social Building, grounds to host their annual fair and outings, and constructed a new Firehouse. He organized and managed Bingo games to raise funds for the fire department for 25 years. He currently serves as Fire Police for the Innes Hose Company.

Ivan was a First Aid Responder, Driver and Director of the Canton Firemen's Ambulance Association from 1960 to 1994.

Ivan has held the office of Secretary for the Bradford County Firemen's Association since 1964. He organized and obtained instructors for the Bradford County Fire Schools from 1960 to the present time. He has booked units for the Bradford County Firemen's Convention parades and has worked on various other committees.

Ivan was instrumental in the organization of the Central Northern Tier Fire Training ground and program in Tioga County.

He implemented and works the PA Firemen's booth at Fire Expo formerly held in Lancaster and now in the Farm Show Building in Harrisburg each May.

He has been active and held offices in both the Pennsylvania State Firemen's Association and the Firemen's Legislative Federation of the State of Pennsylvania. He has served as Northeast Director and also President of the Firemen's Association of the State of Pennsylvania 1999-2000.

He served on the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Fire and Emergency Services Institute. He also served as Chairperson of the Management Committee 2004 -2005

Nominated as Fire Fighter of the Year for the State of PA in 2004.


Selection Committee
The honoree will be selected at the sole discretion of the Selection Committee, which shall consist of three members of the PFESI State Wide Advisory Board (SWAB).

Don Konkle
PFESI Executive Director
717 236 5995

PFESI, 223 State Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101

PFESI Thanks our Corporate Founders &Partners

KME, Provident Insurance, VFIS

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Firemen's Association State of Pennsylvania - FASP

1 week ago

FASP Annual President’s Dinner

The President’s Dinner Committee takes great pleasure in inviting You to attend the 35th Annual President’s Dinner
Friday, September 22, 2017
Comfort Inn, Grand Ballroom
Penn Hills, PA
Social time will begin at 6:00 pm
Followed by dinner at 6:30 pm
Come celebrate the Firemen’s Association State of Pennsylvania
Presidency of Deanna Force and
The Women’s Auxiliary Presidency of Kelly Frey
Dinner will begin with a toast in honor of our Presidents.
Cost of the dinner per adult is $25.00; children is $15.00

Italian Buffet Dinner Menu
Wedding Soup
Tossed Mixed Greens with Assorted Dressings
Antipasto Salad
Pasta Bar with Penne & Angel Hair Pastas
Alfredo & Marinara Sauces
Grilled Chicken Strips, Meatballs & Grated Parmesan Cheese
Fresh Broccoli
Bread Sticks
Choice of Served Dessert: Cannoli or Spumone
Coffee, Tea, Decaf, Soft Drink


Reservations will be taken until September 16, 2017
Make checks payable to FASP
Send this form & checks to:
Kathleen L Snauffer
1137 Radio Club Rd.
Montoursville, PA 17754

Name ___________________________________________________

Number attending (member & Guests)___________________
Amount enclosed _____________

We are asking all Past Presidents to please contribute to the Flower Fund, not just those who attend the President’s Dinner. Cost is $5.00 and can be sent to Kathie or given to the past President who is collecting at the dinner. This Flower fund is only used for flowers when a past President passes away. Flowers are either sent to the funeral home or if no funeral service, sent to surviving family. ... See MoreSee Less